Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT)/Respiratory Therapist Certified (CRT) Part Time - GWV

Job Summary Geisinger offers part‑time Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) positions with competitive pay and up to $5.50/hr shift differentials for evening, night and weekend shifts. Benefits Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out‑of‑area employees and dependents Pre‑tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools and more Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance Shared governance structure that empowers our Respiratory Therapists Protocol driven care Therapist autonomy Evidence‑based medicine practices Collaboration with Intensivist Critical Care team State‑of‑the‑art equipment and technology Professional opportunities for growth and advancement Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated leaders Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups Employee referral incentive program Job Description Assesses patients' respiratory care needs based on a variety of data. Plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates treatment modalities to meet those needs. Ensures the very best patient/family experience by optimizing all customer interaction. Consistently performs and documents thorough patient assessments. Establishes appropriate care plans. Communicates with other members of the patient care team. Correctly performs and documents routine therapeutic modalities including aerosolized medications, secretion management techniques, pulmonary volume expansion, oxygen therapy, and assists with routine care and maintenance of artificial airways. Initiates and manages conventional and high frequency mechanical ventilators according to established protocol. Provides appropriate, age‑specific, patient and family education as it relates to disease management. Assists in intra‑hospital transport of mechanically ventilated patients. Responsible for acute airway management in emergent situations. Sets up and manages non‑invasive monitoring (i.e. ETCO monitors, pulse oximeters). When care management not available, assists with discharge planning for patients needing respiratory related DME supplies, follows appropriate insurance guidelines. Adheres to regulatory requirements and safety standards. Adheres to institutional and nationally established standards of care. Collects arterial blood gas samples and processes through point of care blood analyzers. Maintains the confidentiality of patient information according to established internal and external specifications and regulations including release of information and HIPAA. Functions as the Shift Coordinator (charge person) when designated as such after one year of employment. Assists the medical team in the performance of fiberoptic bronchoscopy procedures. Assists the medical team with the placement of invasive monitoring lines and obtains hemodynamic measurements and calculations. Assists in the intra‑hospital transport of age‑specific patient groups. Functions as a preceptor for orientees and students in their clinical rotation. Position Details Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM and 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM, every other weekend and holiday. ACLS, BLS, NRP and PALS certifications are provided and required. Education Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy (required). Experience Certification(s) and license(s) required. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr